Weekend Numbers: GOTG - 94M (PG 180) [25.5M Sunday (Spatula) Cancel the Godzilla legs!]

[miketheavenger]

I will not accept anything below $125 million at this point.

Prepare to be disappointed then.

[DMan7]

On par with not only box office but critical reception as well can't forget that.

[filmscholar]

Also, remember this is the summer of weak legs even for good movies.

 

Exactly, people need to hold their horses.  The legs have been hairy, not sexy and smooth for the most part. 

[James]

Is it safe to say now that any non Marvel new comic book movie franchise is doomed?

The last one was Green Lantern so, I don't see any other new comic book franchises (I may be wrong). Unless you're refering to MOS which is kinda dumb considering it made more than all SH movies this year.

[Cochofles]

Guardians will never break out like The Avengers, they said Too obscure and geek-focused, they said.

LOL At this point, it's clear that Marvel is indeed the new Pixar...they release well-reviewed box office hit after hit after hit. I think it's about time they put their fears aside and release a solo female movie already. If Lucy's opening couldn't convince them that audiences are ready for ScarJo in an action lead, GOTG's smashing should assure that the MARVEL BRAND is a potent draw.

[alisson23]

Goffe R Swanson, are you reading me? Guardians of the Galaxy is good? Worth it my money? I'm doubt, looks too a silly movie...

[DMan7]

The last one was Green Lantern so, I don't see any other new comic book franchises (I may be wrong). Unless you're refering to MOS which is kinda dumb considering it made more than all SH movies this year.

 

Well MOS is superman and that character isn't new at all to the big screen.

[druv10]

i give up. Marvel comics rules the world. What a disgrace that number is. Cannot believe that many people like to see this piece of crap looking movie

 

 

It's the perfect summer blockbuster. It has visuals, comedy, action, heart and great chemistry between the cast. Groot was fucking amazing. If you actually see it you're going to fall in love with it especially since you would get most of the 80's references in the movie.

Edited August 1, 2014 by druv10

[ban1o]

The last one was Green Lantern so, I don't see any other new comic book franchises (I may be wrong). Unless you're refering to MOS which is kinda dumb considering it made more than all SH movies this year.

he said "new" Superman isn't new. (Still don't agree though. I feel any comic-book franchise that is good and is marketed well can be successful)  

Edited August 1, 2014 by ban1o

[eddyxx]

It's time for a RUNAWAYS movie.

Molly Hayes will be HUGE!!!!!

 

[spatulashack]

Is that including Thursday previews or excluding?

Excluding previews

[baumer]

100 mill OW is happening.

[James]

Well MOS is superman and that character isn't new at all to the big screen.

 

he said "new" 

Exactly my point. What other new comic book franchises are doomed? There aren't any.

[James]

100 mill OW is happening.

LOL. That's a comeback.

Edited August 1, 2014 by James

[Walt Disney]

100 mill OW is happening.

 

I don't know if I can trust you there. You were thinking about making a GOTG under $100M club a few months ago.....and you meant $100M domestic gross.

Edited August 1, 2014 by Walt Disney

[Jessie]

Prepare to be disappointed then.

Where's that facepalm gif....This seriously needs it.

[DAR]

So Disney's marvel is now on par with Disney's Pixar

 

And Disney's Disney Animated Studios.  And Disney's Disney Live Action Studios

[DMan7]

Exactly my point. What other new comic book franchises are doomed? There aren't any.

 

The ones DC are planning such as the WW, Shazam, Flash solo etc... I highly doubt those will reach the standards of any new Marvel comic book movie both box office and reviews.

[Fancyarcher]

100 mill OW is happening.

 

Nice to see you on the winning side Baumer.

[wileECoyote]

Id like to see RTH preliminary number before the thought of 100+ becomes a solid possibility. But definitely a very good start.